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Michael Vick believes he can still start in NFL

(6/8/2015)Free agent quarterback Michael Vick is confident that he can still start in the NFL, if he gets an opportunity.

At a golf tournament in Washington, Vick replied, "Absolutely, yeah I do (think I can start)," per NFL.com.

"I think when you're a veteran, you can do it," he said. "You understand everything that goes on throughout the course of an NFL season, throughout the course of a preseason. So you know how to pace yourself. You've just got to stay training. You've just got to work out. You have to make sure when you go in that you're in tip-top shape and not lagging, because if you do, it's going to show."

Vick was a backup for the Jets last season.

Free agent QB Michael Vick: 'Last year was a wake-up call'

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(5/28/2015)Veteran quarterback Michael Vick is a man without a team. He's 34 years old. And the last game he played in the NFL caused him to be benched.

Vick hit rock-bottom with a 7-for-19 effort for the Jets in a loss to Buffalo last November. But he's working to prove that he'd be a worthy addition.

"I still feel like I can help a football team win a couple of games," he told the Virginian-Pilot.

Vick, who has been working out at a facility owned by former Dolphins standout receiver Chris Chambers, questioned his drive after last season. He said he went "back to the drawing board" and sought to gain five pounds while maintaining his speed and quickness against linemen and linebackers who have gained a step on him over the years.

"At the end of the day, football is what I love to do," he said. "When you have passion for it, you have to sacrifice and put the hard work in. ... Sometimes, it takes certain things to wake you up and (last year) was certainly a wake-up call for me."

The Browns allegedly made the offer prior to the 2013 season. At the time, Gordon was set to face a two-game suspension for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy. Foles was recently named the team's backup behind Michael Vick.

Chip Kelly, who was in his first year as the Eagles' head coach, reportedly had some concerns about Gordon's suspension, but was also high on Foles.

While both players produced in 2013, Gordon has continued to get himself in trouble with the league. Foles had a bit of a down year in 2014, but played in just eight games after a collarbone injury.

Foles is expected to head into next season as Philadelphia's starter. Gordon has been suspended for the entire season after testing positive for alcohol in a recent drug test.

Report: Jets unlikely to bring Michael Vick back in 2015

Vick is a free agent in 2015, and the Jets are willing to let him test the market. At this point, a return to New York will depend on what the Jets do in free agency and in the draft. The 34-year-old veteran passed for 604 yards with three touchdowns and two interceptions in 10 appearances. He recently told reporters he believes he has a "good, solid two years" left in his career.

Michael Vick: Jameis Winston is 'future of the NFL'

Despite Winston’s troubles away from the field, Vick believes Winston will be the league’s next big star.

"I think he's the future of the NFL," Vick said, per ESPN.

While some NFL teams are concerned about Winston’s character, Vick believes Winston's talent on the field will overshadow any mistakes he makes off it.

"But I do know one thing: He may make some poor decisions, but he gets on that football field and he plays his ass off," Vick said. "Yeah, he can mature. He'll mature. I see him maturing as time goes on. Like, this year hasn't been as bad of a year as the first year was for Jameis. I think the kid will continue to improve."

Report: Jets QB Vick has $18 million debt nearly paid

Vick filed for bankruptcy protection in July 2008. He served a year-and-a-half in prison for taking part in a dogfighting ring. It took him nearly seven years to pay off the debt.

Jets QB Michael Vick: I was not benched

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(12/4/2014)Jets veteran quarterback Michael Vick made a point to tell the media that he has not been benched in favor of Geno Smith. He prefers to look at it as being on a team out of contention that needs to see what the younger quarterback can do.

"I don't look at it as me getting benched, first and foremost, to correct you," Vick told ESPN. But if you want to look at it that way, you can."

Vick was replaced after three starts.

"I really don't have to speak in detail about it, because it really don't make a difference," Vick added. "You're going to think what you going to think, I'm going to think what I'm going to think and I think what I think is most important."

That is?

"I just look at it as an opportunity for this organization to figure out the things that they need to figure out and see what they need to see," Vick said.

Rex Ryan confirms Geno Smith will start again Week 14

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(12/2/2014)Jets coach Rex Ryan said quarterback Geno Smith will start Sunday at Minnesota, reports the Associated Press. Smith only dropped back to pass 15 times in Monday's loss to the Dolphins. He went 7 of 13 for 65 yards, his last pass getting intercepted.

Asked if he learned anything from Smith's performance against Miami, Ryan replied: "No, because he only threw it 13 times. ... I'm just kidding."

Smith replaced Michael Vick in the third quarter of the Week 12 loss to Buffalo.

Eric Decker among Jets' probables cleared for MNF

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(12/1/2014)Jets wideout Eric Decker, who was probable with a toe injury, is active for Monday's game against the Dolphins.

Sources told the Daily News offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg was among the majority of people in the organization, including players, who wanted Vick to remain the starting quarterback. Ryan also preferred to continue to start Vick, who was benched during a 38-3 loss Monday against the Bills.

However, Ryan made the decision to change starting quarterbacks because he wants to avoid conflict with his bosses -- owner Woody Johnson and general manager John Idzik. Ryan wants to take the high road before looking for his next job, sources told the Daily News.

"I think the best thing for this team right now is to play Geno Smith," Ryan said Wednesday. "Does he give you a good chance to win? Or a chance to win? I believe he does give us a chance to win."

Vick started three games and managed a quarterback rating of 83.1. His lone dud was a 7-for-19 effort in a bad loss to Buffalo on Monday night. The team would like more time to judge Smith to determine his potential as a franchise quarterback. Vick claims to understand that.

"I know what I signed up for," he told NJ.com. "I came here to get better, to help Geno get better, and help this team win football games. I wish I could have won three. But I felt like I did everything I could ... Things didn't play out the way I wanted them too.

"I'm going to support Geno. ... That's my little brother. I want him to do well. I want him to succeed and excel. It's great to see him get another opportunity. He had a sour taste in his mouth, so now he gets a chance to go out and make it right."

Vick, who entered the starting lineup Week 9 against the Chiefs, was replaced by Smith in the third quarter of Monday's game against the Bills. Smith will be facing a Dolphins defense yielding 220.6 passing yards per game, which is the eighth-lowest total in the NFL. The Dolphins have allowed 20 passing touchdowns through 11 games.

Report: Vick would likely be Rex Ryan's choice to start Week 13

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/25/2014)While Jets coach Rex Ryan refrained from naming a starting quarterback following Monday's loss against the Bills, Michael Vick is expected to start Week 13 against the Dolphins, if his calf is fine and Ryan is allowed to make the decision, a source told the New York Daily News.

Vick was replaced late in the third quarter by Geno Smith during a 38-3 loss Week 12. Vick said he was kicked in the calf Monday, but he could have returned. Ryan said he "wanted to give Geno a chance."

Vick completed 7 of 19 passes for 76 yards, no touchdowns and one interception before being replaced by Smith, who completed 10 of 12 passes for 89 yards.

"I want to see how they look," Ryan said after the game. "Sometimes you have a feel and a sense of it on the field. When you watch the tape, maybe you see a differently. So we’ll take a look at it and do what we think is best."

Ryan benched Vick for Smith in the third quarter of the 38-3 loss to the Bills.

Michael Vick benched after MNF disaster

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(11/24/2014)With 4:57 left in the third quarter Monday, Jets coach Rex Ryan had seen enough. He benched quarterback Michael Vick for Geno Smith after Vick was intercepted by Bills safety Duke Williams.

It was Vick's only interception, but the Bills could have had at least three other picks. Vick completed 7 of 19 throws for 76 yards (4.0 ypa), ran twice for 4 yards and absorbed five sacks. He had a chance for a 69-yard touchdown right before halftime, but his throw to Eric Decker was a bit long and Decker couldn't bring it in.

Smith saw his first action since he was benched Week 8, also against the Bills.

QB Michael Vick secures NFL rushing record in Sunday win

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(11/9/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick did little after the first quarter Sunday against Pittsburgh. But then, he did enough before that to key a rare victory.

Vick missed wideout Jeremy Kerley in the end zone to force the Jets to settle for a field goal on the first possession, but he made up for it with a perfect 67-yard touchdown pass off play-action to T.J. Graham and 5-yard scoring strike in the back of the end zone to Jace Amaro. He completed the quarter 4 of 5 for 92 yards and the two scores.

He finished the game 10 of 18 for 132 yards and aided the cause with his legs, rushing for 39 yards on eight carries. Those yards made him the first quarterback in NFL history to exceed 6,000 on the ground in a career.

Vicl will have plenty of time to savor his performance as the Jets are now on their bye week.

Jets' Ryan: Geno Smith has approached demotion 'right way'

"I think he has prepared well. I guess time will tell once he gets an opportunity to play again," Ryan said. "I don't think any player likes it. They shouldn't like it. But, I think he approached it the right way."

Smith was benched in favor of Michael Vick heading into Week 9 against the Chiefs. Vick will be under center again Week 10 against the Steelers, and Ryan gave no indication about when Smith might return to the starting role.

"I am not really looking past this game," Ryan said Monday. "So if that happens, then it happens. Right now we are going with Mike to play against Pittsburgh, and that's as far as I have thought about it."

Rex Ryan: Jets more concerned with Michael Vick's foot issue

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(11/3/2014)Jets coach Rex Ryan told reporters during his Monday news conference that he's more concerned with Michael Vick's lingering foot issue than any other injuries. Ryan noted that Vick, who made a brief exit with a head injury, got stepped on a few times during Sunday's loss to the Chiefs, the New York Daily News reports.

Vick is expected to be the starting quarterback for Week 10 against the Steelers.

Michael Vick not explosive enough?

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(11/2/2014)Making his first start in place of the ineffective Geno Smith, Jets quarterback Michael Vick was surprisingly efficient throwing the ball Week 9 at Kansas City, completing 21 of 28 passes for 196 yards and a touchdown. What he lacked were the explosive plays that defined him for most of his career with Philadelphia and Atlanta, with only five of his completions going for more than 10 yards.

Even as a runner, he put everyone to sleep, picking up 18 yards on four carries. He was safe and boring, the complete opposite of everything Fantasy owners had known him to be, and with six more teams on bye in Week 10, they'd give anything to have the old Vick back.

The good news is he'll get another chance Week 10 against Pittsburgh. Coach Rex Ryan has already confirmed he's the starter. But coming off this performance for a team known for playing it safe on offense, how can you trust him in Fantasy/

Jets QB Michael Vick named Week 10 starter following Week 9 loss

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/2/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick was able to finish out Sunday's 24-10 loss at Kansas City despite briefly leaving in the fourth quarter due to a head injury. Vick was hurt on a 4th-and-goal play early in the fourth quarter, as he was slammed to the turf on an incomplete pass.

Vick laid on the ground for a few moments before rising to his feet. Although, he appeared wobbly walking off the field and needed the help of the trainers to make it to the sideline. Vick was evaluated on the bench for a few minutes before walking to the locker room. With Geno Smith (shoulder) inactive, Vick was replaced by Matt Simms.

However, after missing just one series, Vick surprisingly made his return to the game. Prior to getting hurt, he was 12 of 14 for 92 yards and one touchdown -- a 3-yard pass to Eric Decker late in the second quarter. He also rushed for 12 yards on three carries. He finished the game 21 of 28 for 196 yards, while rushing for 18 yards on four carries.

The Jets are back in action Week 10 vs. Pittsburgh. Coach Rex Ryan said after Sunday's loss that Vick will start next week.

"As long as he's healthy, we'll go with Mike," Ryan said.

Jets QB Michael Vick returns after missing one series

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/2/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick surprisingly returned to the game Sunday against the Chiefs after leaving early in the fourth quarter with a head injury. Vick missed just one series before returning to the game.

While Vick was sidelined, backup quarterback Matt Simms went 3 of 8 for 39 yards. Vick went to the locker room for further evaluation before returning to the game. He was initially listed as questionable to return.

Jets QB Michael Vick exits game Week 9 due to head injury

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/2/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick had to leave Sunday's game at Kansas City in the fourth quarter due to a head injury. Vick was hurt on a 4th-and-goal play early in the fourth quarter, as he was slammed to the turf on an incomplete pass.

Vick laid on the ground for a few moments before rising to his feet. Although, he appeared wobbly walking off the field and needed the help of the trainers to make it to the sideline. Vick was evaluated on the bench for a few minutes before walking to the locker room. With Geno Smith (shoulder) inactive, Vick was replaced by Matt Simms.

Vick threw just his second incompletion of the game on the play he was injured. He was 12 of 14 for 92 yards and one touchdown -- a 3-yard pass to Eric Decker late in the second quarter. He also rushed for 12 yards on three carries. The Jets are back in action Week 10 vs. Pittsburgh.

Report: Geno Smith might be back as Jets starting QB in Week 10

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/2/2014)Jets quarterback Geno Smith's benching might not last very long. The beleaguered second-year quarterback could return to the starting quarterback role as soon as Week 10 against the Steelers because the team doesn't view Michael Vick -- who is starting Sunday against the Chiefs -- as the long-term solution at quarterback, team sources told NFL.com.

Smith might be inactive Sunday against Kansas City due to a shoulder injury he suffered Week 8. If that happens, Matt Simms will be the team's backup quarterback.

Jets GM unsure if team has franchise quarterback on roster

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/29/2014)Jets quarterback Geno Smith said following his demotion Monday the he "without a doubt" can be a franchise quarterback in the NFL, according to Newsday. Jets owner Woody Johnson said something similar in early October after Smith got off to a rocky start this season.

It seems, however, that general manager John Idzik might not have the same opinion. Asked during an interview with SNY that aired Tuesday, if he believes there is a franchise quarterback on the Jets roster, Idzik said: "Don't know that. Don't know that. That's still to be determined. You don't want to try to answer that question too prematurely."

In a 38-minute press conference with the media Monday, Idzik didn't provide many details about Smith's future with the team. He took a similar approach during the interview with SNY.

"We will continue with the development curve and we will continue searching," Idzik said. "We'll continue to try to enhance that position in any way we can."

Michael Vick is set to start at quarterback for the Jets in Week 9 against the Chiefs.

Vick took over for Smith after the second-year quarterback three three interceptions against the Bills. Ryan hopes that Smith will "maybe get a different perspective" by watching Vick play from sideline. Vick lost two of four fumbles and completed 18 of 36 pass attempts for 153 yards with one interception in Week 8 against Buffalo.

Report: Jets QB Michael Vick expected to start over Geno Smith

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(10/27/2014)Barring a last minute "power play" decision from general manager John Idzik or owner Woody Johnson, the Jets are expected to startMichael Vick at quarterback against the Chiefs in Week 9, according to Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News on Monday.

Vick took over for second-year starter Geno Smith, who threw three interceptions against Buffalo. Vick led the team with 69 yards on the ground, but failed to make much of an impact through the air. The veteran quarterback completed 18 of 36 passes for 153 yards with one interceptions and losing two of his four fumbles in New York's 43-23 loss on Sunday.

Jets QB Michael Vick turns ball over three times in Week 8 loss

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(10/26/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick came on in relief for a struggling Geno Smith Sunday and struggled himself, completing 18 of 36 passes for 153 yards with one interceptions and losing two of his four fumbles in his team's 43-23 loss to the Bills in Week 8.

Vick was able to lead the team with 69 rushing yards on eight carries, but that was about all he did right in the loss. After Smith threw interceptions on three straight drives in the first quarter, Vick was able to lead the team on three scoring drives before the end of the first half. He couldn't keep things going in the second half, mixing in three-and-outs with turnovers before leading another touchdown drive late. Vick could be in line to fill the starting role, either due to Smith's poor performance or to a shoulder injury to the second-year starter that required X-rays after the game. The Jets will hit the road to face the Chiefs in Week 9 with the starting QB role up in the air.

(10/26/2014)The Jets have benched quarterback Geno Smith after four drives Sunday, turning to backup Michael Vick late in the first quarter of the team's Week 8 matchup with the Bills.

Smith began the game by going 1 for 2 for four yards on the first drive, and the Jets had to punt the ball after a three-and-out. He then fell apart, throwing interceptions on three successive drives, the last of which set the Bills up on the Jets' one-yard line. Barring an injury to Vick, Smith's day is poised to end with five yards on 2-of-8 passing with no touchdowns and the three picks.

Vick has seen extensive work in just one game this year, going 8 for 19 for just 47 yards in the team's 31-0 loss to San Diego in Week 5.

Jets' Ryan: Geno Smith is 'the best way to go right now'

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/13/2014)Following another disappointing loss Sunday against the Broncos, Jets coach Rex Ryan said quarterback Geno Smith would start again Thursday against the Patriots. On Monday, Ryan had to once again quiet the talk about Michael Vick taking over as the starting quarterback.

"Obviously, you can look at Mike to add different things," Ryan said, per NJ.com. "But I think Geno's the best way to go right now. That's why I'm comfortable saying he'll be our starter."

The Jets are 1-5 to begin the season and are dead last in passing offense, averaging 182.2 passing yards per game. Smith has thrown more interceptions (seven) than touchdowns (six) through six games.

Jets QB Michael Vick: 'I think I took the scout team for granted'

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(10/8/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick admitted Wednesday that he should have taken his scout-team snaps more seriously heading into Sunday's game against the Chargers, ESPNNewYork.com reports.

"I felt like I, for some reason, being a quarterback in his 12th year, sometimes you to take things for granted," Vick said. "I think I took the scout team for granted."

Vick went just 8 for 20 for 47 yards in relief of starter Geno Smith in the second half. "I learned my lesson last week: Always stay ready, always be prepared," Vick said. "This is the first time I’ve been in this position [backup quarterback] for this length of time, and to just get thrown out there last week, it was fun to go out there and play. But it left a bitter taste in my mouth that I wasn’t able to points on the board or even help this team in any fashion."

Smith is expected to start in the Jets' Week 6 matchup against the Broncos, pushing Vick back to a reserve role.

Michael Vick no savior in Fantasy

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(10/6/2014)Jets coach Rex Ryan has already confirmed that despite being removed midway through Week 5 at San Diego, Geno Smith will remain the team's starting quarterback. And after the way Michael Vick performed in his place, Fantasy owners should have no gripe with that.

Which isn't to say Smith is some kind of game-changer or has the potential to be one, but Vick was dreadful, completing 8 of 19 passes for 47 yards. The Jets didn't give him much leeway to scramble either if his two carries for 14 yards are any indication.

As recently as last year, before losing his job to Nick Foles, Vick has given Fantasy owners something to get excited about, but his first extended look in a Jets uniform was the furthest thing from that.

If you're hurting at quarterback and don't like you see on the waiver wire, don't hold your breath for him.

Jets' Michael Vick comes on in relief

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(10/5/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick got some time Week 5 against the Chargers.

Vick entered in relief of Geno Smith after Smith turned in an awful first half. Vick wasn't much better, completing 8 of 19 passes for 47 yards. He did not throw a touchdown or interception during the second half. Despite getting into the game, head coach Rex Ryan has already named Smith the starter Week 6 against the Broncos.

Jets turn to Michael Vick in the second half

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(10/5/2014)The Jets have turned to Michael Vick in the second half Week 5 against the Chargers.

Geno Smith finished the first half just 4 of 12 for 27 yards and an interception. The team decided to make the change at halftime. Vick came out of the tunnel with a helmet on, and began warming up as the team took the field in the third quarter. He entered on the team's first drive in the second half.

Jets get offensive contributions

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(9/23/2014)Several Jets made offensive contributions in the Week 3 loss to the Bears. Quarterback Michael Vick had a 3-yard run. Running back Bilal Powell carried twice for 13 yards and caught two of three targets for 6 yards.

Michael Vick adjusting to role as backup QB

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(9/10/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick told WFAN Tuesday that he hopes to return to being a starting quarterback in the NFL one day. For now, he's content adjusting to his role as a backup.

"In my heart and in my mind I’m still a starter," Vick said, per the New York Daily News. "Yeah I’m comfortable in this role. Do I always want to be in this role? No. But if that’s what it calls for I’ve got to make the most of it."

Michael Vick to start Thursday

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(8/24/2014)Jets coach Rex Ryan announced that quarterback Michael Vick will start Thursday's preseason finale against the Eagles. But according to the New York Daily News, Vick won't play much.

Geno Smith officially named Jets starter at QB

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/23/2014)The Jets officially named Geno Smith the team's starting quarterback Friday, a move that does not come as much of a surprise given his usage in the preseason.

"I think he's taken off from where he left off [last season]," coach Rex Ryan said after announcing the decision. "I expect great things in the future."

Smith has been working almost exclusively with the first time offense during training camp and preseason, as Michael Vick hasn't made much of a push to start. Smith made the decision easier with his solid preseason play, completing 69.7 percent of his 33 passes, for 268 yards and a touchdown. He added a rushing touchdown while turning the ball over just once.

Smith started all 16 games as a rookie, completing just 55.8 percent of his passes and finishing with 12 passing touchdowns to 21 interceptions.

Report: Jets coaches surprised incentive lacking for Michael Vick

Coaches have "privately expressed disappointment that Vick didn't show more hell-bent on winning the starting job," according to Monday Morning Quarterback. Vick has stated his belief that the job has belonged to Geno Smith from the start. He has also not talked like a guy pushing for playing time.

"The last five years I spent in Philly, I had some great years and played in some great games and went through a lot," Vick said. "Now it's an opportunity for me to refresh myself and take a step back away from the game. I'm kind of relishing the moment I'm in right now. I am not required to have to do a lot. Preserving my body right now is very important to me."

Vick has completed 8 of 15 passes for 87 yards in the preseason. He has been outplayed by both Smith and Matt Simms, though he has the team's only touchdown pass.

Report: Geno Smith will start Week 1 barring injury

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(8/20/2014)As expected, the Jets will go with Geno Smith as their starting quarterback in the regular-season opener, reports ESPN.com. An injury is the only thing that would change the team's plans and enable Michael Vick to start, the website.

Smith will start his third preseason game Friday against the Giants. In the first two games, Smith went 14 of 19 for 131 yards with an interception while adding a rushing touchdown.

Michael Vick not asked to do much Saturday

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(8/16/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick started the second half and was not asked to do much Saturday night against the Bengals in exhibition play.

Vick connected with Clyde Gates for a 17-yard touchdown strike in the fourth quarter. He compiled 70 yards through the air while completing 5 of 9 passes. He added a touchdown and had no interceptions, registering a 117.8 passer rating. He also rushed for 16 yards on two carries.

Michael Vick could get looks in Wildcat

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/9/2014)Even though Michael Vick is second on the Jets depth chart after the team's first preseason game, coach Rex Ryan told the New York Times Saturday he still thinks Vick could have a role on the team beyond just being the backup quarterback.

Ryan acknowledged he could use his Vick in Wildcat or zone-read-heavy packages, even if he ends up losing the fight for the starting job. Vick showed he can still be elusive in his Jets debut Thursday in a preseason win over the Colts, totaling 19 yards on the ground, including 15 on one scamper.

Michael Vick comes out with second unit in debut

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/8/2014)Jets quarterback Michael Vick came off the bench in Thursday's preseason opener against the Colts, appearing in just two series after Geno Smith got the start.

Vick led the team on an 80-yard touchdown drive to open his Jets career, but led the team on a three-and-out the next time. He completed three of six attempts for 17 yards and added a pair of rushes for 19 yards as well.

Vick opened the preseason second in the depth chart, and it is not clear whether he has a chance to get move his way to the starting spot.

"I told [offensive coordinator] Marty (Mornhinweg) and Marty knows I understand that look, we have a certain mission to accomplish and we’ve got to get things going, we’ve got to get on the right track and I understand that. I won’t stand in the way of that," Vick told the paper.

Geno Smith gets bulk of first-team reps

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(7/24/2014)As expected, the Jets gave quarterback Geno Smith the bulk of the first-team reps Thursday. Smith got 13 and Michael Vick got four, reports the New York Post.

So far, it seems like Smith is in the lead. The Jets plan to give him 70 to 75 percent of the first-team practice reps in training camp.

Vick was mediocre in the spring practices, but the report says it's not a stretch to think he could light it up in the preseason. After all, he has a background in Marty Mornhinweg's offense, so it should be a seamless transition.

Publicly, Vick says he's OK with his role as the mentor/backup, but perhaps that will change if it becomes obvious he's the best man for the job. From the team's perspective, the best that could happen is Smith steps up and makes it an absolute no-brainer.

Jets studs and duds from offseason work

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(6/20/2014)The Jets have finished up their minicamp and are off until training camp. With that in mind, the Newark Star-Ledger broke down some studs and duds from all the offseason work.

"Going through the competition (in Philadelphia last year), we knew both of us coming in that it was open competition and the best guy was going to win the job," Vick told the New York Daily News. "Pretty much cut and dry. This situation is different. It's kind of unique. Even though it's not an open competition, we're both competing every day."

Vick believes that if he and Smith both have good preseasons then Smith would be the starter.

"It's still tough right now ... I won't lie," Vick added. "Because deep down you always want to be a starter. Hopefully that opportunity will come again one day and I've just got to keep working for it."

Rex Ryan touts Geno Smith but says Michael Vick has a chance

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(5/15/2014)Speaking on WFAN-AM in New York, Jets coach Rex Ryan said that quarterback Geno Smith would be "hard to beat out" for the starting job in camp this summer. "He knows the offense forward and backwards," Ryan said according to the New York Daily News. "I'm definitely convinced that we can win with Geno Smith."

Michael Vick: Geno Smith is the starter

(5/4/2014)While Jets coach Rex Ryan has said quarterbacks Geno Smith and Michael Vick will compete for the starting job, Vick told The Star-Ledger that Smith is the team's starter.

"Geno's the starting quarterback for that football team," Vick said. "Ultimately our goal is to try to help Geno become the best quarterback that he can be. Myself and [third-stringer Matt Simms] are all trying to put him in a position where he can get better from year one to year two."

Vick's comments come on the heels of offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg saying Smith will get a few more reps with the first team at minicamp. Mornhinweg said, however, that Vick could still win the job.

Jets OC describes Michael Vick as mentor, not starter

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(4/29/2014)Jets offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg said quarterback Michael Vick is "invaluable to us" as a mentor to second-year pro Geno Smith and that the team can win with Vick "if something happens."

Mornhinweg also said Smith will take the first-team reps at OTAs, and get a few more reps than Vick.

"I think Michael is invaluable to us, especially right now that we’ve got a man going into his second year at the quarterback position," Mornhinweg said. "Michael’s been there, done that, and has had some great ups and downs.

"If something happens and Mike is going to play, we can win games with Mike at quarterback," Mornhinweg added. "So I think he’s a very valuable man to our football team."

LeSean McCoy: Mike Vick will win QB competition easily

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(4/28/2014)Eagles running back LeSean McCoy said his former teammate, Michael Vick, will easily beat out Geno Smith to be the Jets' quarterback, reports the New York Post.

"He’s going to be the Jets’ starting quarterback," McCoy said of Vick. “He’s way better than Geno Smith. Way better. That’s no contest."

Chris Johnson says Jets will have QB competition

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(4/21/2014)Newly signed running back Chris Johnson said last week that there will be a competition for the Jets' starting quarterback job between Michael Vick and Geno Smith in training camp this summer. According to Johnson, the battle will begin on even ground.

"They didn't give me no indication," Johnson said when asked by ESPN Radio who had the inside track. "They said those two will battle it out in camp and may the best man win."

Vick is in his first season with the Jets after bottoming out with the Eagles last year. Smith is entering his second NFL season after starting 16 games for the Jets last year, throwing 12 touchdowns and 21 interceptions.

Rex Ryan: QB battle won't be a distraction

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/27/2014)Jets coach Rex Ryan told Pro Football Talk that the quarterback competition between Geno Smith and Michael Vick won't be a distraction because "we're not going to let somebody else's agenda get in our way." Ryan presumably referred to the media.

Ryan also reiterated that Smith, who accounted for 18 touchdowns and 25 turnovers as a rookie, will be hard to beat out.

Chip Kelly: Michael Vick has 'tremendous arm skill'

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/26/2014)Eagles coach Chip Kelly said quarterback Michael Vick has "got tremendous arm skill" and a lot of good football left in him. Vick left Philly for the Jets, signing a one-year deal.

"I don’t know too many guys in the league that have the arm that Mike does," Kelly said. "There’s still days in practice in December when he rips a couple and you’re just like, ‘Whoa.’ He can throw the football. He still has the ability.”

Kelly said Vick is probably not as fast as he was when he entered the league, “but when he first came into the league, he was the fastest guy to ever play the position. A slower version of Michael is a lot faster than maybe every other quarterback in the league, with the exception of one or two."

Andy Reid happy for Michael Vick

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(3/25/2014)Chiefs coach Andy Reid, who coached Michael Vick with the Eagles, is happy Vick landed a job with the Jets.

"I think he had a great experience with Chip (Kelly), and he's got an opportunity to finish up his career (with the Jets)," Reid said Tuesday at the NFL owners meetings. "He's not getting any younger, but he still can sling that son of a gun like no other. And still can move around. I think he has a passion for the game. I also think he'll be great for the young kid at the Jets."

Reid said Vick being reunited with Jets offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg, who was an assistant under Reid with the Eagles, will help Vick make the transition to New York. Vick is expected to compete with Geno Smith for the starting job.

"He's back with Marty, which I think is a good thing," Reid said. "Marty knows him and understands him. I think he can still play."

Michael Vick's contract includes $1 million in incentives

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/25/2014)Michael Vick's one-year contract with the Jets includes a $2 million signing bonus, a fully guaranteed $2 million base salary and $1 million in incentives, according to ESPN.com. Vick will receive the full $1 million if he plays 90 percent of the snaps, $900,000 if he plays 80 percent, $550,000 if he plays 70 percent, $300,000 if he plays 60 percent and $100,000 if he plays 50 percent.

Rex Ryan: Starting QB job is wide open

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/25/2014)Jets coach Rex Ryan said the starting quarterback job will be an open competition between Michael Vick and Geno Smith. "We want that competition," he said. "We'll let it all play out."

Ryan stressed he's seeking competition at every position, not just quarterback. He said Smith will be hard to beat out, but raved about Vick's mobility.

"He's an unusual guy," Ryan said of Vick. "He was unusual when he came out of the league because of how athletic he was but I think he's definitely still … you see all that athleticism he has. He can still run, moves well in the pocket, he's more accurate when throwing from the pocket than he used to be when he came into the league.

"He's got a big arm and can still run so very dangerous. I like the fact that both those guys give us the ability to run zone reads and all those types of things that help your running game. Having a guy, that mobile quarterback, is harder to defend then maybe a guy who's a stationary pocket guy.

"That being said, I'd probably rather defend a mobile quarterback than a Peyton Manning or Tom Brady."

Vick visited the team earlier in the week and was presumed to be the top choice of the Jets this offseason. He completed 54.6 pct. of his passes with the Eagles last year for 1,215 yards and five touchdowns with three interceptions over six starts.

"He's here in a role where he's going to compete and push Geno Smith to become the very best that he can be," offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg said, via the team's Twitter account.

Michael Vick to visit Jets

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/19/2014)Free agent quarterback Michael Vick will take his first visit when he checks out the Jets this weekend, reports The Star-Ledger. The report said the team won't hand Vick the starting job if he signs, but "he probably believes he could beat out [Geno] Smith in an open competition."

There's pressure on the Jets to make a move after the Giants went on a free-agent shopping spree, the paper said.

Michael Vick readying to make a decision

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(3/19/2014)There appear to be "early indications" that free agent quarterback Michael Vick is getting ready to sign, ProFootballTalk.com reports. Vick has watched as QB-needy teams like the Vikings, Jaguars and Buccaneers have signed passers already this spring. That limits his potential suitors but doesn't rule out a return to Philadelphia to back up Nick Foles.

Michael Vick has taken no visits

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/17/2014)Teams desperately in need of a quarterback "are not beating down Michael Vick's door in free agency," and Vick has taken no visits, reports Yahoo Sports. The website expects Vick to be looking for work after the draft.

"Vick's career may not be over, but it is definitely coming to an end," the report said. "Vick wanted a starting job, but finding employment might be a more reasonable goal."

The Eagles have not shown any interest in re-signing Vick.

Michael Vick still the Jets' top choice

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(3/13/2014)Michael Vick is still presumed to be the top choice of the Jets according to the New York Post. The report says there is mutual interest between the team and the player.

Vick completed 54.6 pct. of his passes with the Eagles last year for 1,215 yards and five touchdowns with three interceptions over six starts.

Report: 49ers a darkhorse contender for Michael Vick

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/10/2014)The best opportunities for free agent Michael Vick are with the Jets and Raiders, but SI.com's Peter King suggests the 49ers as a darkhorse candidate to land the 33-year-old quarterback.

"Let’s say Vick gets only lukewarm interest to start, or to compete for a starting job," King wrote. "If so, and if the Niners want more than a third-string insurance policy for Colin Kaepernick, Vick might be willing to go to try to win a Super Bowl ring. He turns 34 in June."

Vick is fully expected to leave Philly after five seasons with the Eagles.

Michael Vick could end up with Jets

LaCanfora says Vick will not be back with the Eagles and is exploring other options. Buffalo, Minnesota and maybe even San Francisco will pursue him, but the Jets are where LaCanfora expect him to land.

The report says Vick could mentor Geno Smith and also has a relationship with Jets offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg from their days in Philadelphia.

Vick is expected to be available when the NFL's free agency period kicks off next week.

Eagles not interested in bringing Michael Vick back

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(3/6/2014)The Eagles have no interest in bringing quarterback Michael Vick back as a free-agent this offseason, according to a report from CBSSports.com NFL Insider Jason La Canfora.

According to the report, the Eagles are planning to go in a different direction to backup Nick Foles. The main concern from the Eagles' perspective appears to be Vick's history of injuries, though he should have plenty of interest from other teams as a free agent.

Report: Bills could be interested in Michael Vick

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/3/2014)It would not be a surprise if the Bills "made a run" at free agent quarterback Michael Vick, reports ESPN's Adam Schefter. Vick would provide stiff competition for EJ Manuel, who battled knee injuries as a rookie.

Vick is not expected to return to the Eagles.

Report: Jets more interested in Michael Vick than Josh McCown

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/2/2014)Conflicting reports continue to emerge about the Jets' level of interest in free agent quarterback Michael Vick. ESPN's Adam Schefter said on the Ross Tucker Podcast that the Jets are more interested in Vick than fellow free agent Josh McCown.

"I think the Jets will be in play," Schefter said. "I definitely think the Jets will have some level of interest in Michael Vick. Definitely."

Michael Vick is 'best bet' for Raiders

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(3/2/2014)Free agent quarterback Michael Vick is the "best bet" to make the Raiders competitive in 2014, reports the Sacramento Bee.

Vick will never be the dynamic force of his youth, but "the smart move would be to milk him for what he has left during this transitional phase," the report said. "He still has the legs to force defenses to pay attention, and he has a cannon for an arm they must respect."

The paper notes Vick posted an 86.5 passer rating with the Eagles last season before getting hurt. Raiders quarterbacks combined to produce a 73.9 rating.

Vick is "one of the more attractive names available in a shallow free-agent market at quarterback and should have multiple options," La Canfora wrote, adding that Vick still could end up returning to the Eagles.

Report: Michael Vick could start for five teams

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(2/25/2014)In addition to the Jets, soon-to-be free agent Michael Vick could start for the Raiders, Jaguars, Vikings or Buccaneers, reports ESPN.com. Vick "could compete with, and serve as a veteran stopgap for, a rookie draft pick in any of those cities," the report said.

The website describes Vick as a "quick fix" for Jets coach Rex Ryan, who must get his team to the playoffs in 2014. "No one is as compelling a quick-fix candidate as Vick," the report said.

Jets are 'legitimate possible landing spot' for Michael Vick

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(2/24/2014)One day after the New York Daily News called it "unlikely" that Michael Vick signs with the Jets, NFL Network reports the Jets "are viewed as a legitimate possible landing spot" for the 33-year-old quarterback. Vick is not expected to return to the Eagles, as they are set with Nick Foles.

Michael Vick signing with Jets is 'unlikely'

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(2/23/2014)It's "unlikely" that Eagles free agent quarterback Michael Vick signs with the Jets, reports the New York Daily News. Vick is angling for a starting job, and the Jets are high on Geno Smith.

For Vick, who is a free agent, there is a familiarity with offensive coordinator Marty Mornhinweg's system when the two were in Philadelphia. Schaub could be cut or traded by the Texans, and he might need a change of scenery after last year's disaster. And Cousins could be someone the Jets target via trade as a young veteran with upside.

Smith is still expected to be the starter this year, but a lot will depend on who is brought in for competition.

Michael Vick viewed as 'very good bridge starter for 2-3 years'

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(2/9/2014)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick lost his starting job in Philadelphia, but an unnamed NFL executive tells NFL.com that Vick will be in demand as a starter this season.

"There are too many teams that are in need of an upgrade for him not to be looked at as a starter," the exec said. "I could see a team signing him, and developing a young guy. Vick could be a very good bridge starter for two to three years."

Jets and Bucs expected to have interest in Michael Vick

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(2/2/2014)The Jets and Buccaneers are expected to have some interest in free-agent quarterback Michael Vick, according to ESPN.

Vick will likely be one of the top quarterbacks to hit free agency, and has recently stressed a desire to start next season. Both the Jets and Buccaneers used rookie quarterbacks last year, but could look for a veteran starter in order to let their younger players develop more.

The soon to be 34-year-old started just six games last season due to injuries. He was replaced by Nick Foles, and wound up being a backup the second half of the year.

Michael Vick: I want to be a starter

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(1/31/2014)Eagles backup quarterback Michael Vick would rather start for a struggling team than serve as a backup for a Super Bowl contender. He will find out more about his future when he officially becomes a free agent in March.

"If it came down to that, I would have to lean in the direction of playing," he told the Philadelphia Daily News. "That's just being candid and being honest. I feel like I've still got a lot of football to give."

Vick, who will be 34 years old when the 2014 season begins, will almost assuredly not return to Philadelphia, where Pro Bowler Nick Foles wrested the starting spot away and Matt Barkley could be groomed as his understudy.

He performed respectably before a hamstring injury allowed Foles to take his job. He completed 55 percent of his passes for 1,215 yards, five touchdowns and three interceptions.

Micahel Vick intent on testing the free-agent market

Vick said he would explore his options on the market even if the Eagles were to offer him a deal to be the backup again. It's clear Vick is looking for a starting opportunity, and could get that chance. While he'll be 34 next season, Vick should be one of the better free-agent quarterbacks to hit the market. He started six games before he was replaced by Nick Foles.

Michael Vick says he still has a lot to give

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(1/30/2014)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick feels like he still has a lot to give on the football field, according to ESPN.

Vick said he wasn't sure if he was done with the Eagles, and added that he's trying to find the best situation for him. When asked whether he would take a backup role on a team with Super Bowl aspirations, Vick said he would prefer to play if possible. The 34-year-old lost his job to Nick Foles midseason, making it unlikely he would return to Philadelphia. He'll be one of the better free-agent quarterbacks this offseason.

Michael Vick outlines plans for 2014

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(1/1/2014)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, an impending free agent, told CSNPhilly.com he wants to start somewhere next season but is open to returning as Nick Foles' backup "if all else fails."

"My skill set is still there, my arm is still there, my legs are still there, I'm still a playmaker, that's evident," Vick said. "I'm playing again next year. That's the way I look at it. I know at some point I'll be back out there."

If there are no takers, Vick said he'd consider coming back to Philly for his 12th NFL season. “Yeah, if it doesn’t work out, if all else fails, absolutely,” he said. “You can never rule that out.

“It all depends what happens, where I’m at in my career. Never rule it out. But I’m not thinking of that right now. I’m not thinking about the future. I’m just thinking about doing whatever I can to help this team win a Super Bowl.”

Michael Vick relegated to backup role

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/26/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has recovered from a hamstring injury that has kept him out the last three games, but coach Chip Kelly announced Tuesday he's been relegated to a backup role. Kelly named Nick Foles the starting quarterback for the rest of the season Tuesday.

Michael Vick says Nick Foles should start

"In all honesty, in all fairness, how can you take a guy out of the game who's been playing so well," Vick said in a local radio interview. Vick said he did not want to be a distraction for the team, and that he understands the situation. An injury to Kevin Kolb in 2010 allowed Vick to step in as the starter.

Foles has tossed 16 touchdowns to no interceptions. Vick is in his final season with the team.

Michael Vick expects to be completely healthy after bye

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/19/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, who has missed the last three games with a hamstring injury, said he didn't run through all drills during practice Tuesday, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. However, he expects to be completely healthy after the Eagles return from their bye in Week 13 against the Cardinals.

Eagles coach Chip Kelly hasn't yet named a starting quarterback for Week 13, but Nick Foles has led Philadelphia on a three-game winning streak in Vick's absence.

Eagles coach waiting until QBs are 'fully healthy' to name starter

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/18/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly said Monday quarterback Michael Vick, who missed a third straight game Sunday with a hamstring injury, could have played Week 11, if needed. Kelly added he expects Vick to be ready following the team's Week 12 bye.

"When both quarterbacks are fully healthy, I'll sit down with both of them to discuss who starts," Kelly said.

Michael Vick inactive again

by Scott White | Senior Fantasy Writer

(11/17/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, who was listed as questionable on Friday's injury report, is inactive for the fifth time in six games because of a hamstring injury Week 11 against the Redskins.

Nick Foles has played at a high level in his absence, throwing 16 touchdown passes to zero interceptions.

Michael Vick questionable Week 11

Vick was limited in practice early in the week, but was able to put in a full day of work Friday. With Nick Foles playing well right now, it's unclear if Vick will get the start.

Michael Vick, still limited, doesn't want to be a distraction

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(11/12/2013)As expected, Eagles quarterback Michael Vick (hamstring) was limited in practice Tuesday, reports the Philadelphia Inquirer. He's not expected to be ready for Sunday's game against Washington.

With Nick Foles playing at a high level, Vick told the paper he's not thinking about whether he'll regain his starting job. "The last thing I want to be is a distraction to this team," Vick said. "I'm just working hard to get myself healthy."

Michael Vick not ready to practice in full

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/11/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly said quarterback Michael Vick, who has missed the last two games with a hamstring injury, had a good workout over the weekend. However, he will not be a full participant in practice Tuesday.

The Eagles have won the last two games with Nick Foles starting at quarterback.

Michael Vick ruled inactive vs. Green Bay

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(11/10/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick was officially ruled inactive for Sunday's contest at Green Bay as he continues to work his way back from an aggravated hamstring injury.

Vick was unable to play Week 9 due to a hamstring injury. In his absence, Nick Foles tossed seven touchdowns. Vick could be in danger of becoming the backup quarterback once he is healthy enough to return. He told the NFL Network that he's a week or two away from returning.

Eagles going with Nick Foles again in Week 10

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(11/9/2013)With Michael Vick still limited by a hamstring, the Eagles will once again turn to Nick Foles to start at quarterback for Week 10 against the Packers, according to an NFL.com report Saturday. Foles is coming off a record-tying seven-touchdown, while Vick is listed as doubtful for the game, so this comes as little surprise.

Michael Vick listed as doubtful Week 10

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(11/8/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has been listed as doubtful on the team's injury report Week 10.

Vick was unable to play Week 9 due to a hamstring injury. In his absence, Nick Foles tossed seven touchdowns. Given Foles' success, Vick might sit out another week.

Michael Vick still limited

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(11/7/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is still limited, and will take a back seat to Nick Foles during Thursday's practice.

Vick is still working to get back from a hamstring injury. It's unclear if he'll play unless he's able to show significant progress Friday. Vick missed Week 9 due to the injury.

Eagles coach holding off in naming Week 10 starting QB

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/6/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly continues to hold off naming a starting quarterback for Week 10 at Green Bay, though, he said Nick Foles -- who threw seven touchdown passes Week 9 -- worked with the first-team offense again Wednesday. Kelly added Michael Vick (hamstring) would be limited again Wednesday after working with the training staff Tuesday.

Nick Foles to take first-team reps with Michael Vick still sidelined

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(11/4/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly said quarterback Nick Foles will receive the first-team reps in practice Tuesday because he isn't sure if Michael Vick (hamstring) will be able to practice. Foles tied an NFL record with seven touchdown passes during a 49-20 win Sunday at Oakland.

Vick was ruled out on Friday's injury report, so the move shouldn't come as a surprise. Nick Foles will get the start at quarterback. The rest of the players on the inactive list are healthy scratches.

Michael Vick inactive for Week 9

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(11/3/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has been ruled inactive against the Raiders.

Vick has been dealing with a hamstring injury, and was ruled out on Friday's injury report. Nick Foles will get the start in his place.

Michael Vick ruled out on injury report

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(11/1/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has been officially ruled out for Week 9 against the Raiders.

The move shouldn't come as a surprise, as head coach Chip Kelly announced Vick wouldn't play earlier in the week. Vick was able to practice on a limited basis, but isn't healthy enough to play. Nick Foles will get the start.

Michael Vick ruled out for Week 9

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/30/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly announced Wednesday he will be going with quarterback Nick Foles Week 9 at Oakland after ruling out Michael Vick (hamstring) for Sunday's game.

Coach doesn't believe Michael Vick will play Week 9

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/28/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly said during a radio interview Monday he doesn't think quarterback Michael Vick, who aggravated a hamstring injury Week 8 vs. N.Y. Giants, will be ready to play Week 9 at Oakland, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. Matt Barkley might have to start Sunday, if Nick Foles hasn't recovered from his concussion in time.

Eagles coach concerned about Michael Vick

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/27/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly told reporters following Sunday's 15-7 loss against the Giants quarterback Michael Vick aggravated his hamstring injury on the second or third drive, which is why he was replaced by rookie Matt Barkley late in the first half.

Kelly said he decided Vick would start Friday after he told the coaches he felt good. Vick didn't sprint 100 yards like he told reporters he would do Friday, but he still practiced for a third straight day.

"Vick moved around well all week and said he felt good leading into the game," Kelly said. "Our training staff and coaches felt good about it."

"I have never had a hamstring injury this bad," he said. "I don't think this is as bad. But I felt it pop. I wanted to keep going. Coach said he didn't want to put me in a bad situation."

Michael Vick pulled late in first half

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/27/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick returned to the lineup Week 8 vs. N.Y. Giants after missing two games with a hamstring injury, but he didn't even last a half Sunday. Vick was replaced by rookie quarterback Matt Barkley with a little more than two minutes left in the first half and with Philadelphia trailing 12-0.

The Eagles announced Vick aggravated his hamstring injury and is questionable to return. Prior to leaving the game, Vick didn't look comfortable on the team's first four offensive drives. Vick looked hesitant to leave the pocket and didn't look explosive on the one run attempt he had in the first quarter.

Vick threw an interception on the team's first offensive drive, but it was because of a miscommunication with tight end Brent Celek. Vick completed 6 of 9 passes for 31 yards before being lifted for Barkley.

Michael Vick back under center Week 8

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/27/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has returned to the starting lineup Week 8 vs. N.Y. Giants after missing two games with a hamstring injury. He was cleared to play after being listed as probable following a full week of practice.

Michael Vick ready to return

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(10/25/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick (hamstring) was able to practice in full Friday, and will play in Week 8 against the Giants. Vick is listed on the officially injury report as probable for Sunday's game, after he was forced to miss the team's previous two games.

Friday will provide litmus test for Michael Vick

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/24/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick said Thursday he is going to test his injured hamstring Friday by running at full speed. Vick made no declarations about playing Week 8 vs. N.Y. Giants and wouldn't commit to being 100 percent if he did play.

"I'm going to run 100 yards as fast I can and try to make some subtle moves," said Vick, who added he's run at three-quarters speed.

Michael Vick will try to run full speed Friday

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(10/23/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick said he experienced no setbacks during Wednesday's practice, but still hasn't tried to run full speed on his tender hamstring, reports CSNPhilly.com. He aims to go full speed on Friday.

"Friday's a big day," said Vick, who did a little more Wednesday than he did in Tuesday's practice.

The Eagles host the Giants on Sunday.

Michael Vick a good candidate to start, if he plays Week 8

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/23/2013)It's looking more and more likely Eagles quarterback Michael Vick will make his return to the lineup Week 8 vs. N.Y. Giants after missing two games with a hamstring injury. The question now beckons -- Should Fantasy owners start Vick?

The last time we saw Vick, he was forced to leave the game Week 5 against the Giants because of his hamstring injury. He wasn't having great success before getting hurt, completing 6 of 14 passes for 105 yards. However, he did have 79 rushing yards in one half of play.

Quarterbacks have had a lot of success against the Giants this season, averaging 23.4 Fantasy points per week, which is the fifth-highest average. Six quarterbacks have thrown for multiple touchdowns and quarterbacks averaging 262.1 passing yards per game against New York.

Vick's return to the lineup is being rushed because his replacement -- Nick Foles -- suffered a concussion Week 7. Vick might have to play at less than 100 percent Sunday, which could hurt his mobility. However, quarterbacks have really done well against the Giants, so if Vick is active, you have to consider starting him in Fantasy.

Coach: Michael Vick 'looks like he's progressing'

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/23/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly did not commit Wednesday to quarterback Michael Vick (hamstring) starting Week 8 vs. N.Y. Giants, but said it "looks like he's progressing" after missing the last two games. Kelly said Vick will be evaluated following workouts Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

Michael Vick says he can play at 80 percent

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(10/22/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick said he could play against the Giants at about 80 percent, reports the Philadelphia Inquirer. Vick was a full participant in Tuesday's light practice despite his hamstring injury, the report said.

Report: Michael Vick feels healthy enough to play

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/22/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, who has missed the last two games with a hamstring injury, is expected to tell reporters following practice Tuesday his hamstring has healed enough for him to return to action, a source told the Philadelphia Daily News. Eagles coach Chip Kelly has not named a starting quarterback for Week 8 vs. N.Y. Giants because Vick and Nick Foles (concussion) are both injured.

Eagles coach will only play Michael Vick if he can 'be productive'

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/21/2013)With Michael Vick (hamstring) and Nick Foles (concussion) both banged up, Eagles coach Chip Kelly said Monday he isn't sure who will take the first-team reps at practice Tuesday. Kelly added Vick, who has missed the last two games, was in for treatment Monday.

Kelly added he hasn't ruled out signing a quarterback, depending on how Foles and Vick progress in the next few days.

The Philadelphia Inquirer reported Monday morning a source said the Eagles would likely play Vick Week 8, even if he wasn't 100 percent. However, Kelly appeared to err on the side of caution before committing to Vick as the Week 8 starter.

"I'm not gonna put Mike out there if Mike can't be productive," Kelly said.

Source: Michael Vick likely to play Week 8, even if less 100 percent

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/21/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, who missed a second straight game Week 7 vs. Dallas because of a hamstring injury, is not yet 100 percent, a source told The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Eagles won't know how close to 100 percent Vick will be until practice Wednesday, but the source added Vick will likely play Week 8 vs. N.Y. Giants, even if less than healthy.

Vick's replacement -- Nick Foles -- left Sunday's game against the Cowboys in the fourth quarter with a head injury. Rookie Matt Barkley came off the bench to throw an interception on each of the team's last three drives.

Michael Vick on track for Week 8 return?

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/20/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly said following Sunday's loss vs. Dallas he's hopeful quarterback Michael Vick, who has missed the last two games with a hamstring injury, will be able to practice Tuesday. The Eagles were down to third-string quarterback Matt Barkley Sunday after Nick Foles left the game in the fourth quarter with a head injury, which might keep him out Week 8 vs. N.Y. Giants.

Michael Vick participates in 7-on-7 drills

The Eagles haven't officially announced a starting quarterback for Week 7 vs. Dallas, but all signs point to Nick Foles making a second straight start.

Michael Vick calls hamstring injury 'a bad pull'

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(10/15/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick described his hamstring injury as "a bad pull" and said he was 50 to 65 percent healthy in Week 6, reports the Delaware News Journal. Vick suffered the injury in Week 5 against the Giants.

Asked if he should be the starting quarterback over Nick Foles when healthy, Vick said he'll let coach Chip Kelly make that decision.

OC: 'It's Nick Foles until Michael Vick is 100 percent'

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/15/2013)It's sounding more and more like the Eagles could have a quarterback controversy when Michael Vick is ready to return from a hamstring injury. Eagles coach Chip Kelly wouldn't commit Monday to a starting-quarterback decision until Vick is healthy and offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur echoed a similar sentiment Tuesday.

Nick Foles has led Philadelphia to wins over the Giants and Bucs in Vick's absence.

"Chip Kelly will address who the starter is when both are healthy," Shurmur said. "For now, it's Nick until Mike is 100 percent."

Eagles coach waiting to make QB decision

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/14/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly didn't have an update Monday on the status of quarterback Michael Vick, who sat out Week 6 at Tampa Bay with a hamstring injury. Kelly added he won't reveal his starting quarterback for Week 7 vs. Dallas because the team is still evaluating Vick's status.

Nick Foles, who is starting in place of Vick, has led Philadelphia to wins Week 5 at N.Y. Giants and Week 6 at Tampa Bay.

Michael Vick in uniform, not starting

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(10/13/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has not been listed among the team's inactive players Sunday against the Buccaneers in Week 6, That said, due to his hamstring injury, he is only the team's emergency quarterback, though he is in uniform.

Vick, who was forced out of Week 5 against the Giants because of the issue, was questionable on the official injury report, but never had a strong chance at playing Sunday. Nick Foles gets the start for Chip Kelly and the Eagles.

Vick has said he's improving and hopes to play Week 7 against the Dallas Cowboys, though that is not guaranteed, either.

Uniformed Michael Vick won't play

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(10/13/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is expected to be in uniform Sunday for the Week 6 game at Tampa Bay, NBC Sports reports. That said, Vick is not expected to play in the game with Nick Foles starting for Philadelphia.

Report: Michael Vick will not play Week 6

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(10/12/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vickwill not play Sunday against the Buccaneers in Week 6 because of a hamstring injury, according to a report from ESPN on Saturday.

Vick was forced out of Week 5 against the Giants because of the issue. Nick Foles, who landed on the injury report this week with a groin injury, will liekely make the start for Philadelphia.

Vick told Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia that he is still working his way back from injury. When asked about his recovery process, Vick said it would be a "long road" back, leaving his status for Week 7 against the Cowboys also up in the air.

Michael Vick a 'long road' from being healthy

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(10/12/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick (hamstring) was officially listed as questionable for Sunday's Week 6 game against the Buccaneers after practicing in full on Friday. However, he doesn't sound like he'll play.

Vick told Comcast SportsNet Philadelphia that he is still working his way back from a hamstring injury. When asked about his recovery process, Vick said it would be a "long road."

Michael Vick likely 'doubtful' for Sunday

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(10/12/2013)While quarterback Michael Vick of the Eagles practiced in full according to the injury report Friday and is considered questionable for the Week 6 game against Tampa Bay, a source closer to the situation said it is doubtful he plays, the Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Michael Vick listed as questionable

by Chris Cwik | CBSSports.com

(10/11/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is listed as questionable Week 6 against the Buccaneers.

Vick is dealing with a hamstring injury, but was able to practice in full Friday. He had been limited earlier in the week.

Michael Vick: 'I'm preparing as if I'm going to play'

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/10/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick (hamstring) increased his practice reps Thursday after being mostly limited to individual work this week. Vick said he practiced with the team Thursday, mixing in with the first- and second-team offenses, but he said he mostly worked with the scout team, which could be a strong indication he won't start Week 6 at Tampa Bay.

Vick added he's feeling better after hurting his hamstring Sunday against the Giants, but he can still feel the knot in his hamstring. Vick remains hopeful of playing against the Bucs, but if he has to sit, then Nick Foles is expected to start in his absence.

"I'm preparing as if I'm going to play," Vick told reporters. "The trainers will tell me if I can play."

Eagles coach comfortable with making QB decision Sunday

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/10/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly said quarterback Michael Vick (hamstring) went through individual drills and got some work in 7-on-7 drills Wednesday. Vick might practice with the team Thursday, but Kelly wasn't sure how much Vick might be able to do.

Michael Vick officially listed as limited in practice

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/9/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick (hamstring) was officially listed as a limited participant in practice Wednesday. His status for Week 6 at Tampa Bay has yet to be determined, but early reports are Nick Foles will start Sunday.

Michael Vick attends practice; limited participatant

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/9/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick (hamstring) attended practice Wednesday, but did not participate, according to FOX 29. Nick Foles, who is reportedly set to start Week 6 at Tampa Bay, and Matt Barkley were handling the reps at quarterback.

Michael Vick limited to individual work Tuesday

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/9/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly said before practice Wednesday quarterback Michael Vick (hamstring) was limited to individual work Tuesday and did not work with the team in practice. Kelly said depending on how Vick feels will determine if he practices Wednesday.

Michael Vick: Not 'too much I couldn't do' in practice

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(10/8/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick said he was surprised by how much he was able to do in Tuesday's practice. Vick participated in individual drills but not the team portion after hurting his left hamstring Sunday against the Giants.

"There wasn't too much I couldn't do," Vick said, per the team's website, adding it was too early to say if he would suit up Week 6. Multiple reports indicate Nick Foles will start at Tampa Bay.

Vick, however, was clearly excited by how practice went. "I was surprised I was able to throw and throw with such velocity," he said. "I feel a lot better than I did on Sunday. Sunday was kind of agonizing. It was tough. It was tough to deal with but I'm glad with where I'm at today."

Michael Vick does light throwing Tuesday

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/8/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, who suffered a hamstring injury Sunday at N.Y. Giants, was dressed for practice Tuesday and throwing passes off to the side. However, he didn't have cleats on and wasn't expected to do much more than light throwing, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer.

The Eagles have not made a quarterback decision for Week 6 at Tampa Bay, but multiple reports have indicated Nick Foles will start Sunday.

Eagles coach hasn't ruled out Michael Vick for Week 6

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/7/2013)Despite several reports Eagles quarterback Michael Vick will not play Week 6 at Tampa Bay because of a hamstring injury, coach Chip Kelly would not rule out the veteran quarterback Monday.

"I don't know if Vick will play Sunday. Right now he's day to day," Kelly said.

Soruce confirms Nick Foles to start for Mike Vick Week 6

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/7/2013)An NFL source confirmed the report Eagles quarterback Michael Vick won't be able to play Week 6 at Tampa Bay because of a hamstring injury suffered Sunday at N.Y. Giants, according to CSN Philadelphia. Nick Foles will start in Vick's place.

Report: Michael Vick to sit out Week 6

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/7/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick, who suffered a hamstring injury Week 5 at N.Y. Giants, is expected to sit out Week 6 at Tampa Bay, according to ESPN. Nick Foles, who replaced Vick in Sunday's 36-21 win toward the end of the first half, is expected to start Week 6.

Coach: Michael Vick still starter when healthy

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/6/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly said after his team's 36-21 win Week 5 at N.Y. Giants quarterback Michael Vick did not go back into the game because he wasn't 100 percent healthy after suffering a hamstring injury late in the first half. Kelly said he pulled Vick because he wasn't moving well and replaced him with Nick Foles, who completed 16 of 25 passes for 197 yards and two touchdowns in the win.

Kelly did add, however, had Foles gotten hurt, then Vick would have re-entered the game. He just didn't feel Vick would be able to avoid the rusher if he left him in the game.

Vick, who was listed as questionable to return, finished 6 of 14 for 105 yards and rushed for a team-high 79 yards on seven carries. Vick was 0 for 4 in the first quarter and his longest rush went for 34 yards before injuring his hamstring on a 13-yard carry late in the second quarter.

Michael Vick questionable to return Week 5

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/6/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick was listed as questionable to return after suffering a hamstring injury late in the first half. Nick Foles started the second half after replacing Vick for the final drive in the first half.

Michael Vick exits with apparent hamstring injury

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(10/6/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick left Sunday's game at the N.Y. Giants toward the end of the first half with an apparent left hamstring injury. Vick suffered the injury on a 13-yard scramble with 5:05 left in the second quarter.

Vick waved off the trainers and stayed in the game after pulling up lame following the 13-yard gain. The Eagles concluded the drive with a 29-yard field goal.

Vick was getting worked on by the trainers after coming off the field and appeared set to come back in for one final drive before halftime. However, Nick Foles replaced Vick for the final drive. Vick remained on the sideline, while Foles led Philadelphia on 75-yard scoring drive, which resulted in a 36-yard field goal.

Vick was 6 of 14 for 105 yards and rushed for a team-high 79 yards on seven carries before leaving the game.

"Mike, when he uses his legs properly, can be very dynamic," Shurmur said, per The Delaware News.

Vick is coming off two disappointing performances after opening the season with two strong outings. He will look to get back on track in Week 5 against the winless Giants.

Vick has a good history against the Giants, going 6-3 in nine career games. He's completed 60 percent of his passes for 1,415 yards, seven touchdowns and four interceptions. He's also rushed for 455 yards and four touchdowns against New York.

The Giants have been a mess defensively in 2013, which could help Vick get on track Sunday. Quarterbacks are averaging 25.5 Fantasy points per week against the Giants, which is the sixth-highest average in the NFL. Every quarterback to face New York this season has thrown multiple touchdowns, with the last two -- Cam Newton and Alex Smith -- throwing three.

It could be a little tough for Fantasy owners to trust Vick after two poor games, but he's got a favorable matchup Week 5, so if you own him in Fantasy, then start him.

Michael Vick mediocre in lopsided loss to Denver

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(9/29/2013)The good news is that Michael Vick did not throw an interception Sunday in Denver. The rest is the bad news.

The Eagles quarterback tossed no touchdown passes and managed 248 yards through the air in a blowout loss to the Broncos. He did rush for 41 yards on eight carries while completed barely 50 percent of his passes (14 of 27). He hit on just 4 of 11 for 78 yards in the decisive second half.

The outcome of the 52-20 dismantling was decided so early that Vick was removed in the fourth quarter in favor of backup Nick Foles.

Vick will have a chance to bolster his stats against the struggling defense of the winless New York Giants next Sunday on the road.

Michael Vick a strong Fantasy play against explosive Broncos

by Marty Gitlin | CBSSports.com

(9/25/2013)Keeping up with Peyton Manning on Sunday could result in big points for Eagles quarterback Michael Vick. A poor Philadelphia defense seems destined to surrender plenty of points to an explosive offense in Denver, which could in turn make Vick's Fantasy owners quite happy.

Vick has proven inconsistent in 2013, though a lack of receiving depth beyond DeSean Jackson has played a role in him completing just 56 percent of his passes. He has thrown for 832 yards with five touchdowns and two interceptions. He is on pace for nearly 1,000 yards rushing this season as well.

Opposing quarterbacks have thrown more passes (142) against the Broncos than any other team in the NFL. Look for Vick to continue that trend in which should be a high-scoring game. The Eagles are unlikely to win, but that doesn't matter to Fantasy owners who could see a spike in Vick's Fantasy production against Denver.

It's no surprise that all three CBSSports.com senior Fantasy writers rank him among the top 11 quarterbacks for Week 4.

Michael Vick, LeSean McCoy practicing Tuesday

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(9/24/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick and running back LeSean McCoy, who had injury scares last Thursday against the Chiefs, are practicing Tuesday, according to the team's website. Vick had a foot issue and McCoy an ankle issue.

Both should be fine for Sunday's game in Denver.

Michael Vick shakes off injury concerns

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/20/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick hobbled off the field after fumbling on the team's final offensive play of the night Thursday against the Chiefs, but told reporters after the game he could have gone back if needed in a 26-16 Week 3 loss.

Vick had both of his ankles rolled up on during the play, and looked to be in some pain while walking to the sidelines. Even if the injury is a concern moving forward, Vick does have nine days to heal and prepare for Week 4 against the Broncos.

Michael Vick suffers apparent ankle injury late in loss

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/19/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick had a tough game come to an end in a tough way Thursday in Week 3 against the Chiefs, as he had to leave late due to an apparent right ankle injury.

Vick suffered the injury on the team's final play of the game, when he was sacked by Justin Houston. Vick also fumbled the ball, his third turnover of the game. The extent of his injury is not yet known, but it put a capper on a rough day against his former head coach in Andy Reid.

Vick had a good game on the ground, rushing for 95 yards on five carries, but he struggled all game long as a passer. Vick completed just 13 of 30 passes for 201 yards, with one touchdown and two interceptions. One of those interceptions lead to a 38-yard touchdown return in the first quarter.

We will have to keep an eye on the extent of Vick's injury. He could not return to the game, however that might have been due to the timing of the injury; it occurred with a little more than a minute remaining in a 26-16 loss.

Luckily Vick has plenty of time to recover from this injury, if he needs it. The Eagles have nine days off before their next game, in Week 4 against the Broncos.

Michael Vick faces tough test in Week 3

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(9/18/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has taken well to coach Chip Kelly fast-paced offense, as he enters Week 3 against the Chiefs as the third-highest scoring Fantasy quarterback in the league. The Chiefs should put up a stiffer test Thursday than either of his first two opponents, however, as their defense has been one of the best in the league for the first two weeks of the season.

This will be a battle of strength against strength, as the Chiefs have been particularly stingy against opposing quarters. The Chiefs held the Cowboys' potent passing game in check in Week, as Tony Romo managed just 13 Fantasy points. That came one week after holding the Jaguars to just three Fantasy points in the season opener.

Given how well he has played so far, there isn't a defense in the league that could make Fantasy owners think hard about sitting Vick. Our Fantasy experts have him ranked no lower than seventh for the week, so ride with Vick even against this matchup.

Michael Vick sets career high in loss

by Nando Di Fino | Senior Fantasy Writer

(9/15/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick set a career high in passing yards in Sunday's 33-30 loss to the Chargers. Vick completed 24-of-37 passes for 428 yards and two touchdowns. His previous high was 416 yards, set in 2011. Vick also rushed six times for 23 yards and a touchdown.

Vick now has six total touchdowns (four passing and two rushing) on the season. He also has yet to throw an interception.

The Eagles face the Chiefs in Week 3, on Thursday night.

Michael Vick should continue to produce in Week 2

by Nando Di Fino | Senior Fantasy Writer

(9/11/2013)The fact that we here at CBS are regularly getting questions asking if Fantasy players should start Michael Vick or Matthew Stafford/Robert Griffin III/Andrew Luck speaks volumes about his potential in the Chip Kelly-run Eagles offense. It's a lightning fast system that plays to Vick's versatility and strong arm, and what we saw in Week 1 may just be the tip of the iceberg.

The only shortcomings may be Vick's propensity to get injured (although he tends to play through a lot of it) and defenses figuring out how to stop Kelly's offense. For these early weeks, though -- with a healthy Vick and more tricks up Kelly's sleeve -- many of the Eagles options are going to be fantasy gold. And Vick is leading the way.

With the Chargers (Philadelphia's Week 2 opponent) having given up 346 passing yards and three touchdowns to Matt Schaub and the Texans in Week 1, Vick could come close to, or exceed, that level of production. He really has one great receiving option (DeSean Jackson), one solid option (Brent Celek), and a few receivers who could step up any given week. But with his ability to run and throw in the system, Vick should be considered a top quarterback option heading into Week 2.

Michael Vick OK to practice

by Michael Hurcomb | CBSSports.com

(9/11/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick (groin) will be fine to practice Wednesday, a source told The Philadelphia Inquirer. Vick came up limping following a 36-yard run in the fourth quarter Monday against the Redskins, but he remained in the game.

Chip Kelly wants even faster pace

"No, I feel like it was slow to be honest with you. I’m not joking,” Kelly said, via Birds 24/7. “We need to do a better job. We left the ball on the ground too much, we didn’t get the ball to the officials. We could have sped things up from a process in between plays, and that’s something that we need to continue to work on.”

Michael Vick looks good in new offense

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(9/9/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick may have been shaken up a few times in Monday's Week 1 win at Washington. The good news is he finished the game and orchestrated a win in Chip Kelly's first game as head coach.

Vick torched the Redskins and looked great in Kelly's offense as he went 15 for 25 for 203 yards with two touchdowns and no picks. He had a QB rating of 112.6. Vick found DeSean Jackson for a 25-yard touchdown strike in the first quarter and added a 28-yard touchdown pass to Brent Celek in the second.

Vick also rushed nine times for 56 yards and a touchdown in the game. He scored from 3 yards out in the second quarter to make the score 26-7 in a game the Eagles won 33-27. Vick, who did lose one fumble in the game, should be ready for the Chargers at home in Week 2.

Michael Vick torched 'Skins in last MNF meeting

by Jeff Lippman | CBSSports.com

(9/4/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick heads into the Week 1 Monday night game at Washington as the only player in NFL history with at least 20,000 passing yards and 5,000 rushing yards. He'll be facing a Washington secondary that is improved, but which allowed the fourth-most Fantasy points per game to QBs last year.

Vick didn't play against the Redskins last season as Nick Foles was the starter in both games. That said. Vick has won his last three starts against Washington with 905 passing yards (301.7 per game), eight touchdowns and just two interceptions over that span. He's also rushed for 137 yards with two touchdowns on the ground in those three wins.

In his last Monday night game against the Redskins, Vick went 20 for 28 for 333 yards with four touchdowns and no picks. He also rushed for 80 yards in the game and two scores. Hoping for another monster performance like that one, Vick is considered a low-end No. 1 Fantasy option for the Monday night game.

Michael Vick eager to take wraps off Chip Kelly's attack

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(9/3/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is excited to take the wraps off Chip Kelly's offense, reports the Philadelphia Daily News.

“We feel like we have a lot to build on from the preseason. There’s a lot of things we did well,” Vick said in a radio interview. “We feel like we can push the tempo a little bit more. As time went on, we just got comfortable with what we were doing. We made a lot of minor mistakes that can be corrected.”

Vick added that the offense "allows everybody to get involved with some of the most intriguing plays ... It’s a very unselfish group."

Eagles running most plays in the league

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(8/28/2013)Under new coach Chip Kelly, the Eagles are averaging an NFL-high 75 offensive plays in the preseason, reports the Philadelphia Inquirer. The Patriots led the league last year with 74.4 plays per game, while the average was 64.2.

Michael Vick has uneven performance

by Igor Mello | CBSSports.com

(8/25/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick endured an uneven performance in Saturday's preseason game against the Jaguars.

Vick started the game with a deep 20-yard pass to Jason Avant, but was sacked on the second play of the night. He found Riley Cooper for a 9-yard touchdown strike in the second quarter and was picked off by Dwayne Gratz on the following drive. He completed 15 of 23 passes for 184 yards with one touchdown and one interception. He was sacked twice and finished with a 86.1 passer rating. He also rushed for 53 yards on seven attempts.

Vick was named the starter over Nick Foles earlier in the week. Foles completed 10 of 11 passes for 112 yards with the reserves.

Report: 'Extremely unlikely' Nick Foles will be traded

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(8/20/2013)Nick Foles lost the quarterback battle with Michael Vick, but it's "extremely unlikely" Foles will be traded, reports the Philadelphia Inquirer. Vick's injury history is certainly one factor.

“The competitor in me, you always want to be the one on the field playing, but at the same time, I love Mike and we’ve gone about it the right way,” Foles said. “We’ve kept a great friendship and we’ve pushed each other. And I’m proud of him. I’ll do anything I can to help him become the best quarterback possible. I’m excited for him. Nothing changes in my preparation. I’m still gonna prepare the same way.”

Eagles name Michael Vick starting quarterback

The move isn't much of a surprise given how effective he's been through a pair of preseason games. Vick seems to have a good grasp of the new offense in Philly, completing 13 of 15 passes for 199 yards and a touchdown with 20 rush yards on a pair of carries. He's been intercepted once.

Michael Vick looking like a starter

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/15/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick came off the bench behind Nick Foles in Thursday's preseason game against the Panthers, but he still managed to outshine Foles for the second week in a row in the quarterback battle.

Vick showed a strong grasp of Chip Kelly's offense yet again, leading the team with 105 passing yards while completing 9 of 10 passes. He also rushed the ball twice for 20 yards, with a long gain of 14 yards.

Vick had just one incompletion in the game, coming on a last-second heave at the end of the second quarter, which was picked off. Vick has now thrown just two incompletions in two preseason games.

Eagles to use different starting QB for Thursday

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/14/2013)Eagles quarterback Nick Foles was second in line in the team's first preseason game, but he will reportedly take the reins in Thursday's game against the Panthers, according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. Foles entered the team's previous game after Michael Vickstarted, and each completed all but one of their pass attempts over the course of two drives each.

A starter for the regular season has not been announced yet, as Vick and Foles continue to battle in training camp and the preseason.

Michael Vick, Nick Foles to get more work in Thursday's game

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(8/13/2013)Quarterbacks Michael Vick and Nick Foles will get more work in the second preseason game, Eagles coach Chip Kelly said, adding his starters could play the entire first half Thursday against the Panthers.

"We're trying to get our ones more work through the first and second quarter now," Kelly said. "We'll see how that plays itself out. Does that mean it's going to be by series or whatever? It depends on how many snaps and how long the series are.

"So hopefully we can get those guys through the second quarter," he added. "In the ideal world, we'd like to get them into the first and second quarter, and not see those guys at all in the second half. But it depends on how it plays itself out."

Michael Vick shows off comfort level

by Chris Towers | CBSSports.com

(8/9/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick looked comfortable in his first game action in new coach Chip Kelly's offensive system Friday, in the team's preseason opener against the Patriots.

Vick led the offense for the first two drives, and he showed off his big play ability in the first, hitting DeSean Jackson for a 47-yard score. Vick ended the game 4 for 5 for 94 yards and a touchdown, and he did not rush the ball once.

Chip Kelly: Don't read into starter decision

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(8/7/2013)Eagles coach Chip Kelly warned reporters not to read too much into who starts at quarterback Friday against the Patriots. Michael Vick and Nick Foles are competing for the starting job.

"They're both going to get reps so whoever takes the first rep, let's not anoint them as anything," Kelly said. "Someone's got to be the first guy. We'll have a plan as we go through and we'll sit down as a staff - how many number of reps are those guys going to get and go from there.

"We do have to have someone start the game, but I wouldn't say that the guy who starts the game is going to be the starter overall or in general as we get going on September 9 (against the Redskins). How do we divvy up Mike's and Nick's snaps? We'll try to make that as even as possible."

ESPN is reporting that Vick will start Friday.

Report: Michael Vick to start preseason opener

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(8/7/2013)Michael Vick will get the start at quarterback over Nick Foles in the Eagles' preseason opener Friday against the Patriots, reports ESPN's Sal Paolantonio. Vick and Foles are locked in what most consider a tight competition.

"When you're going as many times and (with) as many evaluations, there is an up day and a down day," coach Chip Kelly said. "So who consistently has played at the highest level? I thought all three of those guys ... played pretty well (Sunday)."

Per the report, it's clear Matt Barkley is a "distant third" in the competition.

It's also worth noting the leadership role Vick took in the wake of Riley Cooper's racially insensitive comments this week. Vick spoke to the team and to the media about it, something typical of a starting quarterback.

ESPN's Sal Paolantonio reported from Eagles camp that the starting quarterback job is Michael Vick's to win or lose. Per Paolantonio, Vick looked the best, but later added that Eagles general manager Howie Roseman intimated Vick would be on the block or released if he wasn't the starter following training camp.

Michael Vick bulks up, tries to shed injury-prone label

by Larry Hartstein | Senior Analyst

(7/23/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick says he’s added four pounds of muscle in an effort to withstand hits. Injuries have limited him to an average of 11.75 games over the past four years. The 33-year-old now weighs 216 pounds.

"I've been doing a lot of curls, a lot of bench presses this offseason," Vick told reporters Tuesday. "Put my body in the best condition possible to withstand the hits. Everyone says I'm injury-prone, so I'm trying to fight that."

Vick and Nick Foles are expected to split first-team reps at training camp.

Michael Vick says he'll be good teammate if he loses starting job

Vick, who’s competing with Nick Foles and to a lesser extent Matt Barkley, told reporters he’d “continue to support the team" and would help however he can.

Coach Chip Kelly said Tuesday he’ll rotate quarterbacks until a starter emerges. The first-year coach said he’ll name a starter before the team begins game-planning for the Sept. 9 opener at Washington.

Nick Foles: 'I'm here to be the guy'

"I have all the confidence in the world in my ability ... I still respect the players around me, and I know what they're capable of doing,” Foles told Philly.com. “But at the end of the day, I'm not here to be a backup. I'm here to be the guy.”

Foles started six games as a rookie last year, throwing for 1,699 yards and six touchdowns with five interceptions.

Barkley, a fourth-round pick out of USC, believes it’s a three-man race.

"The coaches have said that it's kinda there,” he said. “My mindset is that I'm in it, and I've got to do everything to prove to the coaches that (the job) is mine."

Vick did not talk to the media Monday.

Jackson predicts Michael Vick over Nick Foles

"In my opinion, honestly, I don't want to be put on the spot, I know y'all gonna do me like that, but Michael Vick's got a lot of confidence in himself. He's been there, going on 12 years in the NFL, I think he'll get the job,” Jackson said during an ESPN interview. "Nick Foles is a great, great talent coming in from Arizona, actually a Pac-12 guy. He has the hype, he has the skills as well, too. Going into camp, I think Michael Vick will probably be the starter, but we still don't know. I think Chip Kelly's gonna keep everybody honest and keep everybody open."

"If the fact they have the ability to run, I believe that's an added bonus, but that's not the precursor to what we do," Kelly said. "We've said it since day one. I want the quarterback that has the ability to run. I do not want a running back that can throw. We've never been that type of offense, and I think that's a misconception."

"If someone said, 'Hey, we have to play a game tomorrow,' we have to make a decision," Kelly told the Philadelphia Inquirer Friday after the team's minicamp ended. "But we don't have to play a game tomorrow. We have until Sept. 9, so we'll see how it works itself out."

Michael Vick has made it known that he would prefer the team name a starter by the time training camp begins, but Kelly wants to see more from him and Nick Foles in a more competitive environment. The report indicates Kelly could wait until after preseason games begin before making a decision.

"You want to make sure you take the whole body of work into consideration," Kelly said. "If in practice three they have a [bad] practice, do they come back in practice four and bounce back pretty good? Or have you made your decision after practice three? We're not forced to make a decision soon, and I don't think the positives of making an early decision outweigh making sure we make the right decision."

Michael Vick could be cap casualty

The report says Vick "could be a roster casualty" if coach Chip Kelly is sold on Nick Foles and the promise of Matt Barkley. Vick will enter training camp competing with Foles for the starting job.

Is Nick Foles ahead of Michael Vick in Eagles QB race?

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(7/3/2013)Nick Foles has a better chance to start for the Eagles than Michael Vick does. That's the opinion of Eagles beat writer Geoff Mosher of Comcast Sportsnet, who believes Vick has given up his lead in the race through the offseason workouts when both quarterbacks split reps 50-50.

Mosher also notes that the Eagles' willingness to draft rookie quarterback Matt Barkley proved that they're not necessarily looking for a quarterback with mobility to run the offense. Instead, they want a passer who can make quick, timely decisions and throw with accuracy, qualities Vick hasn't always had. Their salaries -- Vick makes the most of any Eagles quarterback -- is a factor, too.

Vick, Foles and Barkley will continue their battle when training camp opens in late July.

Vick not happy sharing snaps

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(6/6/2013)The Philadelphia Daily News reports that Eagles quarterback Michael Vick said he has not enjoyed splitting first-team reps with Nick Foles during OTA workouts and minicamp. Coach Chip Kelly has said the competition is even, and he said Thursday he will not make a decision on starters until he sees players in pads. But Vick does not enjoy sharing snaps. "It's tough," Vick said. "I have to continue to be a professional and put my feelings and emotions to the side, and just continue to compete. But it's hard. I would be lying if I said it wasn't, but that's just what I have to deal with, and I'm going to keep dealing with it until I see otherwise."

Vick works on fumbling

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(6/4/2013)Eagles quarterback Michael Vick told phillymag.com that he doesn't expect to have an issue with fumbles this season. He lost eight fumbles in 2012, six in 2011 and seven in 2010. As crazy as it may sound, I never carried the football correctly," he said. "And thats partly my fault because my coaches always got everybody in a circle and did a four-points-of-pressure drill, and I never paid attention, thought I was doing it right. Now I know how to hold it. It feels comfortable, its tight, so Im just trying to challenge myself each and every day and thats what Im doing.

Vick: New offense is 'a lot easier'

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(5/20/2013)In an interview with 97.5 The Fanatic in Philadelphia, Michael Vick said his critics "know nothing about football" and preferred not to address issues about his play up to this point. That's because he's excited about the future, mainly working in Chip Kelly's new up-tempo no-huddle offense. Vick's working on ball security with Kelly, just one of several areas he has to clean up in order to efficiently play, which he's excited to do. "We had a lot of deeper throws last year, which required more time," Vick said. "It's just a big difference. Not to say there was anything wrong with the West Coast system, I loved it. I spent seven years in it, and it was cool. But I think the change of pace for me at this point in my career is good and the game is a lot easier now."

Vick runs to No. 1 spot

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(5/16/2013)The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that Eagles quarterback Michael Vick is No. 1 on the depth chart as of now. The report says "it seems Vicks job to lose." Vick also is expected to run more under new coach Chip Kelly. Vick said last year under Andy Reid there were fewer design runs. He said the intention was to keep him healthy. The problem is what separates Vick from others is his running ability. If hes the quarterback in Kellys offense, hell get a chance to run or at least be more of a threat to run.

Vick still working with starters

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(5/14/2013)Though Nick Foles did see some time with the first-team offense in minicamp practice Monday, Michael Vick still got the first rep and seemingly had at least a few more snaps. Head coach Chip Kelly downplayed the reps suggesting both quarterbacks were even in the race to start.

Maclin: Vick's running the offense

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(5/10/2013)Eagles receiver Jeremy Maclin told Philly MagazineMichael Vick has taken most of the first-team reps in minicamp practices with Nick Foles "sprinkled in here and there."

Bulked-up Vick says it's his team

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(4/17/2013)Michael Vick met with the media on Wednesday and wasn't politically correct with his feelings on who should quarterback the Eagles this season. Vick said, per the New York Post, "Its still my team, its still my job." Vick confirmed the team ran some read-option plays in practice, something expected to be a fixture in their offense under new coach Chip Kelly, and it appears Vick had more upper body muscle than before. "I've been working very hard in the weight room, and all the quarterbacks have as well. Were trying to make sure were physically ready for whatever needs to be done in this offense," he said.

Vick, Foles split first-team reps

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(4/17/2013)Chip Kelly was vague about who took which snap with which unit in minicamp practice on Tuesday but did inform the media that Michael Vick and Nick Foles both took first-team snaps. Kelly referred to his depth chart as a "seating chart" and said he's more focused on getting practice reps in for everyone.

Kelly talks up Vick

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(4/9/2013)New Eagles head coach Chip Kelly has had the chance to evaluate quarterback Michael Vick and believes he is still a capable player. "Mike can still play," the coach told NFL Network. " ... You, as a quarterback, when you drop back hope that that guy is going to be blocked, and when we miss a block and he ends up getting hit, its not the quarterbacks fault. When you sit down and analyze what his skill set is and what he can still do, he can still throw the football, still accurate with his throws. Hes extremely tough. There was no question in my mind that I wanted Michael to be back on this team."

Reid likes Vick in Kelly's offense

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(3/19/2013)Former Eagles coach Andy Reid said Tuesday at the NFL owners meeting in Phoenix that he expects Michael Vick to do well playing in new Philadelphia coach Chip Kelly's up-tempo system. "I think Chips offense will be good for him," Reid said. "Michael, a little change there doesnt hurt for him. I think hell be fine." Reid said the Eagles used to practice fast, so playing at a quicker pace is nothing new for Vick. "We went through practice fast," Reid said. "It helped both the offense and the defense. I dont think that will be a problem for him. Michael spits things out very easy. Up-tempo offense will help you do that. There cant be any hesitation in that."

McCoy: Expect Vick to shine

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(3/1/2013)Eagles running back LeSean McCoy vouched for teammate Michael Vick, saying he expects him to do very well in Chip Kelly's potent offense this season. Vick agreed to a new deal to stay with the Eagles earlier this offseason. "People forget -- this is Michael Vick," McCoy told the Newark Star-Ledger. "He's got a lot to prove this year, but he's ready to roll. He knows people are questioning if he can get it done, and he's gonna prove this year he can."

Vick sets goals for 2013

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(2/12/2013)Now that Michael Vick is staying with the Eagles in 2013 he is setting goals for himself. Vick told ESPN hes going to have a big year in Philadelphia. Vick said he expects to be one of the elite quarterbacks in the league again playing for new coach Chip Kelly. And he referenced his final season with the Falcons, when he ran for an NFL quarterback record 1,039 yards, as something he believes he can match. In 2006 I ran for 1,000 yards  and it wasnt hard, Vick said. I feel like I still can do that. Vick said he likes what he has heard from Kelly so far. I could tell that he was innovative, and thats what its all about in this league, Vick said. You have to be able to change up from week to week and I think Chip will be able to do that. I think I can handle that.

Vick stays with Eagles

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(2/11/2013)The Eagles announced Monday they have signed quarterback Michael Vick to a restructured contract, keeping him with the team through at least 2013. NFL Network reports the deal is actually a three-year contract that voids to one year on March 15, effectively making it a "prove it" deal. Vick was a candidate to get released this offseason before this new deal was reached. The Eagles announced Vick would compete for the starting job in camp this summer, presumably with Nick Foles.

Eagles won't cut Vick yet

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(2/6/2013)The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that the Eagles will take advantage of a provision in Michael Vick's contract and won't release the quarterback before a Wednesday deadline guarantees him $3 million. The clause permits the Eagles to keep Vick on the roster until the start of free agency on March 12 without having to pay the guaranteed figure as long as another team picks him up or pays him more than $3 million. Wednesday was once thought to be D-Day for Vick and the Eagles, but the provision buys new coach Chip Kelly some time before he has to make a decision on the 32-year-old quarterback. The Eagles are not expected to bring Vick back at the $15.5 million salary in his contract. It is unclear if either side would be willing to renegotiate.

Report: After meetings, Vick likes Kelly

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(2/5/2013)Quarterback Michael Vick is more optimistic about staying with the Eagles after multiple meetings with new coach Chip Kelly, a source told Philadelphia Magazine. If Vick stays, it likely means renegotiating his contract as he's due to earn a $3 million roster bonus on Feb. 6 and a total of over $15 million in 2013. It was previously reported Vick would not renegotiate his deal but his meetings with Kelly might change that. The magazine does not expect Vick to be cut before the Feb. 6 deadline.

Eagles not rushing Vick decision

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/29/2013)CBS Sports NFL Insider Jason La Canfora reports Michael Vick's future as an NFL quarterback is not likely to reach a speedy resolution. Much has been made of the fact that $3 million of Vick's $16.5 million deal with the Eagles becomes guaranteed if he is on their roster come Feb. 6, but sources said that issue is not a concern at this time, and it's unlikely Vick's contract will be resolved before then. New coach Chip Kelly is evaluating the situation and how Vick fits in his spread offense. The Eagles are determining how much they might be willing to pay Vick, if they do ask him to take a pay cut. Vick will not absorb any significant salary cut to remain with the Eagles, sources said, but there could be some wiggle room to work something out. Neither side is being hasty in forcing a conclusion, and the Eagles still could wind up dealing Vick, for instance, once the league year begins March 13. They are not allowed to complete a trade before the Feb. 6 deadline.

Kelly talks Vick

by Jamey Eisenberg | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/17/2013)New Eagles coach Chip Kelly said at his introductory news conference Thursday that he will try and evaluate everyone on the roster, including quarterbacks Michael Vick and Nick Foles. "I'm going to look at everybody," Kelly said. Asked specifically about Vick, Kelly said "there's nobody ruled in" and "nobody ruled out" just yet. "I've followed Michael's career. I know what a talent he is," Kelly said. "There is nothing that's on the board right now, there's nothing that's off the board right now. Our sole focus and goal is we're going to put an offense on the field that's going to score points. Whoever that is, I don't know that."

Vick's days in Philly not done?

by Dave Richard | Senior Fantasy Writer

(1/16/2013)With the news that the Eagles have inked Oregon coach Chip Kelly to be their new head coach, speculation is that Michael Vick might be kept on the roster. Kelly is expected to run a no-huddle spread offense that requires a quarterback who can be a threat to run out of the backfield, something Vick has been for years.